Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba's status for Inter Miami's crucial match against FC Cincinnati remains "under review" despite comments from head coach Javier Mascherano on Friday.

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba have not been sanctioned for skipping Wednesday's MLS All-Star Game in Austin, Texas, their coach confirmed Friday. Both players were voted into the showcase by the fans and media but neither featured in the MLS squad's 3-1 win against the Liga MX All-Stars.

Lionel Messi is set to play in Wednesday’s MLS All-Star Game despite skipping training, per a report from insider Alonso “El Inca.”